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HEAT INDEX: Final VYPE San Antonio Softball Rankings as Playoff Brackets Open

Matthew Ogle
Apr 21, 2026

Despite navigating a demanding district slate, East Central (27-4) ultimately reclaimed the 29-6A crown. Now, the Hornets appear well-conditioned for another deep run—one that could carry them back to the State Final Four—behind the ultra-talented lineup assembled by head coach Maggi Welham.

Smithson Valley fits the mold in Class 5A, as the Rangers carry a stellar 25-3 record and a third straight district title into the postseason—undoubtedly with their sights set on a return trip to the State Tournament.

It’s business as usual for O’Connor (24-4), which secured consecutive undefeated District 28-6A championships and now looks to turn that momentum into an extensive march through the bracket under first-year head coach Michelle Uribe.

Rounding out the notable 6A squads are Steele (20-8-1), Comal Canyon (13-8), and Madison (20-7), while South San Antonio (24-5), Veterans Memorial (20-5), McCollum (20-4), and Southwest (21-8) headline the various 5A contenders.

Here’s a snapshot of the current power structure across the SATX landscape as the season enters its most pivotal stretch.

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*Second section denotes current record according to MaxPreps

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VYPE San Antonio Top 10 Softball Rankings (6A-4A) -- End of Regular Season (April 2026)

1. East Central Hornets (6A) -- 27-4 // 10-2 in District 29-6A

2. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) -- 25-3 // 15-1 in 26-5A

3. O'Connor Panthers (6A) -- 24-4 // 16-0 in 28-6A

4. Steele Knights (6A) -- 20-8-1 // 9-3 in 29-6A

5. South San Antonio Bobcats (5A) -- 24-5 // 15-1 in 28-5A

6. SA Veterans Memorial Patriots (5A) -- 20-5 // 13-3 in 26-5A

7. McCollum Cowboys (5A) -- 20-4 // 14-2 in 28-5A

8. Canyon Cougars (6A) -- 13-8 // 7-5 in 29-6A

9. SA Southwest Dragons (5A) -- 21-8 // 13-3 in 28-5A

10. SA Madison Mavericks (6A) -- 20-7 // 14-0 in 27-6A

Others to Watch: Davenport Wolves (26-4A), Pieper Warriors (26-5A), SA Reagan Rattlers (27-6A), Clark Cougars (27-6A), Harlan Hawks (28-6A), Taft Raiders (28-6A), New Braunfels Unicorns (26-5A)

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